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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1937-03-04, Page 1With Which Is Amalgamated The Gorrie Vidette and Wroxeter News. Single Copies Five Cents WINGHAM, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 4th, 1937 a Subscriptions $2.00 For Year COUNCIL HELD SPECIAL SESSION Purchase of a Heating Plant Deferr­ ed Until a Later Meeting. A special meeting of the Town Council was held on Tuesday evening to consider the purchasing of a steam heating plant for the town hall and the purchase of the Gregory and Gra­ ham properties at the south end of the town. It was finally decided following discussion that the matter of purchas­ ing the heating plant be laid over for consideration Monday night, March 15th, Couns. Wilkinson and Crawford sponsored this motion. Regarding the purchase of the pro­ perty at the south end of the town .it was agreed by Council that this matter would again be considered at the next regular meeting of the Coun­ cil. If a new heating system is installed tn the town it will be necessary to ibuild a new chimney and Coun. He­ therington reported that this would cost approximately $250. On recommendation of the property •Committee it was decided to sell the Holmes Block and the Clerk was in­ structed to advertise for tenders for the purchase of same. Teachers Visiting Toronto School Principal Hall and the members of the High School staff will attend tea­ ching sessions in Harbord Collegiate, Toronto, on Friday this week, to ob­ serve methods used- in teaching the various subjects on the curriculum. OBITUARY Stephen Piper A native of this district, Stephen Piper, passed away at his home, cor­ ner of Patrick and Frances streets, •on Friday evening, in his 69th year. Mr. Piper had not enjoyed good health for some years and for the past three years was unable to carry ■on his duties at the Western Foundry where he had been employed for 20 years. Early in October last year he fell, fracturing his shoulder and he has since been confined to his bed. He was born at Glenannan, Turn­ berry Township, but has been a resi­ dent of Wingham for the past 45 years. His wife was formerly Mar­ garet Burgess and they were married on the 23rd of March, 1899. He leaves to mourn his passing be­ sides his widow, two daughters and one son, Mrs. Kenneth (Margaret) Love, of Toronto; Frederick C., of Oshawa, and Miss Dorothy, at home. He is also survived by two brothers and one sister, Ralph, of Amherst- burg; Samuel, of Rutheven, Ont., and Mrs .Sara Cooper, of Detroit. The funeral service was held in St. Paul’s Anglican Church, of which he was a member, on Monday afternoon and was conducted by the rector, Rev. E. L. Roberts. The funeral was under auspices of Maitland Lodge I.O.O.F. No. 119, of which he was a member. Members of this lodge acted as flower bearers and also conducted a servic.e at the graveside. The pallbearers were: W. J. Greer, A. Shiefl, W. VanWyck, W. W. Cur­ rie, Robert Burgess and Mayor John W. Hanna. Interment was made in Wingham. Cemetery. Friends and relatives who attended the funeral from a distance were: Mr. Ralph Piper and his son, Lance, of AmherStburg; Miss Luella Piper, Reg. N., of Windsor; Miss Harriet Piper, Reg. N., of Windsor; Mr. and Mrs. David' Martin and their grand­ daughter, Jean Webb, of Glanford Station; Mr, and Mrs. Kenneth Love, of Toronto; Mrs. Bert Robinson and Mr. Harold Hamilton of Oshawa. Mrs. William Alien The death of Vera Finley, wife of William Allen, occurred in Victoria Hospital) London, on Monday,' March 1st, in her 27th year. Mrs. Allen was stricken with pneumonia on Saturday and passed on at ten o’clock Monday morning, She was born in Lower Wingham, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Finley. Besides her parents( two daughters survive her, Donna, aged 8, attd Fran­ ces aged 4. She is also survived by one brother, Garfield, and two sisters, Pearl and Eva, at home. The funeral will be held from the ,residence of her parents, in Lower vWingham, at 2 p.m., on Thursday, March 4th. The service will be con­ ducted by Rev. J. F. Anderson. Interment in Wingham Cemetery. TOWN NOW MAKING TILE FOR DRAINS Holmes Property Now in Possession ctf the Town. Auditors Presented Their Report. The regular meeting of the Town Council was held in the Council Chamber on Monday evening. All members present except Reeve Davidson, who is on a business trip to the Uijited States. His Worship Mayor Hanna pre­ sided. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved, Mayor Hanna reported that the deed of the Holmes Block was now signed by all interested parties and that this property is now in posses­ sion of the town. It was agreed that the Property Committee examine this property and report back to Council. Letters were received from Mrs. S. Bennett and Miss Blanche, also Mrs. Edwin Lewis, thanking Council for their kindness during their recent be­ reavement. Two letters received from the Town. Council of Orillia were filed. One asked' the Council endorse a motion that a minimum wage law be insti­ tuted in Ontario. The other that a Royal Commission be appointed to look into the mattei- of municipal af­ fairs that property tax may be reduc­ ed. Letters were received from the Sick Children’s Hospital, Toronto, and the Salvation Army Maternity Hospital, London, requesting a grant. Moved by Couns. Lloyd and Heth­ erington that a grant of $10 be given the Sick Children’s Hospital and also the Salvation Army Hospital in Lon­ don. Carried. A letter was received from the On­ tario Municipal Electrical Association regarding resolutions passed at the recent convention regarding Hydro rates, survey of power and the mat­ ter of the Association being repre­ sented on the H.E.P.C. Moved by Coqns. Thomson and VanWyck that the Council endorse the resolution requesting' that a sur­ vey of the powei' situation in Ontario be undertaken, Carried. Brown-Bros, reported by letter that the basement of their factory had been flooded during the recent heavy rains and requested that better drain­ age facilities be installed. Couns. Thomson reported that he was of the opinion that to stop the flooding in this section a new drain would have to be built along the C. P. R.' tricks which would drain the Angus Pond. At present, he said, this pond was drained by a 16-inch tile drain that connects with a smaller drain at the park. The Street Committee were in­ structed to bring in a recommenda­ tion regarding this matter. Considerable discussion also took place regarding the drain at the corn- eijxdf Josephine and Victoria Streets. Flooding has taken place at this point also. F.or some time, it was reported, the drain which carries the water away from the section around Leopold and Minnie Streets, had not given satis­ faction. This drain crosses Mrs. Bar- (Continued on Page Four) NOTICE A meeting for the purpose of or­ ganizing a Wingham Athletic Assdc- iation will be held in the Town Hall at 7,30 p.m. Friday night, this week. The provisional committee who were appointed at a previous meeting have decided that they are - in a position to bring in their report. Make it a point to be present on Friday even­ ing as it is important that there be a large representation of citizens. Euchre Party Tuesday, March 9th The postponed Liberal Women’s Euchre will be held in the Council Chambers on the above date at 8 p.m. Spring Suits Every day new Suits are arriving at Hanna’s and at the present time we have a very large choice of mat­ erials and models. Be sure to see our Sport models. March’s Entry Lamb-Like March came in like a lamb, and, according to an old myth, will go out like a lion. The ground hog got his signals all mixed this year so it may be that this March prediction Wil! also go hay-wire this year. Here’s hoping so, as the last week-end of the mouth Is Easter week. HEAPS OF FUN AT BROOM-BALL GAME Moccasin Dance After Game It was a case of Beauty versus the Beasts, beg pardon, we mean Age, at the Arena on Friday night. The event was a broom-ball game. There was a good attendance and most of those present went home with sore sides from laughing, All in all it was heaps of fun and those who missed it “ain’t seen nothin’ yet." The line-ups: Beauty — Goal, D. Armitage; def., V. Walker, M. Preston; forwards, L. Fuller, Betty Rae, Jean Cruikshanks; alternates, I. Harrison, H. Brown, I. Lamb, P. Parker, Age — Goal, Ed. Nash; def., C. Bondi, J, Evans; forwards, C. Elliott, A. Forsyth, W. Krohn. The final score was 5-4 in favor of the girls. The first period was a ding-dong affair with brooms swing­ ing freely. C. Elliott landed the first goal and “Peg" Fuller tied it up from a scramble. Irlma Harrison put the girls one up when she popped one in with A. Forsyth getting the assist. It was necessary for Bondi to get re­ pairs this period, Dr. Posliff removing a large corn from his deft foot. Forsyth tied it up in the second period to make it 2-all. Bill Krohn had trouble, losing his skates, but he played without them. The Doctor was called into service • again, two pigeons escaping from his bag. The girls went into the lead again, Fuller scoring from Rae. The game was all tied up again when Bill Krohn scor­ ed. “Peg.” Fuller got another, Rae assisting, to make it 4-3. Elliott bang­ ed in another to make it 4-4. Following a rest the teams came baclq full of pep and the girls came through with the winning goal, Pat­ ricia Parker getting the honors as­ sisted by Irlma Harrison. It was a lot of fun, this exhibition, and the amusing incidents were so many that it would be a difficult mat­ ter to record them. Trie girls were willing to rough it up and the penalty time-keeper had company most of the time. Following the game moccasin danc­ ing was enjoyed by many with the Wingham' Citizens’ Band furnishing the music. Cept-a-Mile Tickets Popular Twenty tickets were sold at the C. N. R. station on Saturday for the cent-a-milc excursion, to Toronto and other points. These cheap we‘ek-end fares are becoming very popular. Euchre Postponed The Euchre which was booked for Thursday of last week in the Council Chambers by the Women’s Liberal Association, was cancelled due to the serious illness of their president, Mrs. Dan Geddes, who passed on late the same eevning. It will be held on Tuesday, March 9th. Temperance Convention at Toronto On Thursday and Friday of this week a Temperance Convention will be held in Cook’s Presbyterian Church, Toronto. Beer saloons in Ontario will be challenged by this gathering. Policies touching cam­ paigns for educational and legislative objectives are to be formulated. Elora Rocks Stop Durham The Elora Rocks put the Durham team into the discard in their attempt to win for the second year in succes­ sion the honors in the O.H.A. Inter­ mediate “B”. The Rocks on Mon­ day night won at Elora 4-1 and made it 8-4 on the round, as they won Fri­ day night in Durham 4-3.. YOUNG PEOPLE HELD SKATING PARTY Two Hundred and Fifty Were In Attendance. The Arena was the scene of a very pleasant skating party on Monday ev­ ening when the members of the Young People’s Societies of the Bap­ tist, Presbyterian, United and Angli­ can Churches held their annual skat­ ing party. The party was well attend­ ed about 250 being present and all enjoying an evening of this fine whi­ ter pastime with the Wingham Citi­ zen’s Band supplying the music. Following the skating the party as­ sembled ih the basement of St; And­ rew’s Presbyterian Church where a sing-song was enjoyed under the lead­ ership of Jack Reavie. Rev. Kenneth MaeLean spoke a few words of wel­ come and a delightful, lunch was serv­ ed. . WOOD WORKERS STRIKE IN ELEVEN ONTARIO CENTRES Work Stopped in Only One Factory In Town. Strike conditions that are creating much trouble in the furniture indus­ try in Ontario at present leaves only one of three factories closed here at present, As we go to press no settlement has been made with the employees of Wingham Manufacturing Company. At Brown Bros, factory on Mon­ day morning a settlement was reach­ ed between the shop committee and the officials of the company. The agreement was a 10% increase at once with a further 10% increase in three months. -This agreement at a meeting Monday night was again ad­ justed to a 15% increaes at once and 5% additional in three months. The factory was at no time closed down. The Fry & Blackhall plant was at no time closed down. Mr. E. S. Cope­ land and Mr. W. VanWyck met the shop committee on Monday morning and satisfactory arrangements were agreed upon. The strike which was general in the furniture industries of Ontario affect­ ed plants in Hanover, Stratford, Kit­ chener, Lucknow, Toronto, Preston- Hespler, Owen Sound ,Strathroy, Lis- towel, Kincardine and Wingham. OBITUARY Mrs. John W. Hopper The death of Isabella Elizabeth VauNorrnan, beloved wife of John W. Hopper, occurred in Wingham Gen­ eral Hospital, Saturday afternoon, Mrs. Hopper had been in poor health for some years but it was only Thursday of last week that she be­ came seriously ill. She was taken to the Hospital in an unconscious con­ dition and passed away on Saturday. The deceased was a life-long resi­ dent of this community having been born in Lower Wingham 71 years ago. She was the daughter of the late Simon and Elizabeth VanNorman. Forty-nine years ago, Feb. 15th, she was married here and seven years lat­ er Mr. and Mrs. Hopper moved to the 3rd line of Morris where they resid­ ed until they retired to Wingham 15 years ago. She leaves to mourn her passing besides her husband, five sons and three daughters, William of Seaforth; Charles, Robert and Frank, of town; Van, of Detroit; Mrs. Finlay McCal­ lum, 3rd line of Morris; Mrs. James Bryans of Brussels, and Mrs. Hugh Carmichael of town. She is also sur­ vived by three brothers and two sis­ ters, Robert of Toronto; Frank of Webbwood; Charles of Brussels; Mrs. D. VanAlstine of Winnipeg and Mrs. Thomas Fernie of Vancouver, B.C. Eighteen grandchildren also survive. One son, John Milton, predeceased her in 1918. The funeral was held from her late residence, Frances Street, on Tuesday afternoon. Rev. J. F. Anderson, of Wingham United Church, of which she was a member, conducted the ser­ vice. The many floral tributes testi­ fied to the esteem with which she was held. The flower-bearers were grand­ children and nephews. During the service Miss M. Partushek and Mrs. W. B. McCool sang "The City Four­ score.” The pallbearers were her five sons and her son-in-law, FI. P. Carmichael. Interment took place in Brandon Cemetery. New Hats at Hanna’s See the new Stetson Hats at Hanna’s, All the newest shades and models for men, young men and students, Ontario Budget Next Tuesday Premier Mitchell Hepburn announc­ ed the budget would be brought down in the Ontario Legislature March 9. The Cabinet put final touches ,to the estimates and the balance of tne leg­ islative program at a meeting Satur­ day. Snow Plows Out ajt Clinton We are the favored section so far this year. The fall of snow we had last Thursday did not amount to very much but south of here there was quite a fall. At Clinton the snow­ plows were called into service to clear trig sidewalks for the first time since late in December. This is some con­ trast to last year when it was a bat­ tle .royal to keep the highways open and the sidewalks fit for walking. INSTITUTE HELD REGULAR MEETING Rev. J, F, Anderson Gave Talk oh ’’Italy” The February meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute was held in the Coun­ cil Chamber on Thursday afternoon last with an attendance of 32 ladies present, Mrs. W. J. Henderson pre­ siding. The meeting opened with the sing­ ing of the Institute Ode followed by the regular business session. The Roil Call was answered with Valentine Greetings followed by a reading entitled “Unkle Jake on Do­ mestic Wrangles” by Miss Wilson of Turnberry. Rev. J. F. /Xnderson, the guest speaker, gave a splendid talk on his travels in Italy, strongly stressing the remarkable beauty of its scenery and cathedrals and the great courtesy and kindness shown by the Italians to strangers. The members are very grateful to Mr. Anderson for sharing his European trip with us. Misses Helen Hammond and Louise Dore gave a duet “My Grandfather’s Clock” accompanied by Miss Cora Phair at the piano, Mrs, Bower gave a splen­ did reading on “Peace.” The meeting closed with the Na­ tional Anthem, followed by a splen­ did lunch served by the hostess, Mrs. W. Williamson, assisted by Mrs, Jas. Robinson, Mrs. James Moffat and Mrs. James Isard; Dance To Ernest’s Orchestra in Belgrave Flail, Friday night, March 5th. Ad­ mission 25c. Gorrie Rink Took Trophy The Nash rink from Gorrie won the Bonspiel at Palmerston. They had 3 wins plus 21. Director of Good Roads Association Reeve David McDonald of Culross was elected a director of the Ontario Good Roads Association at the an­ nual meeting held in Toronto last week. Enjoyable Dance Held The Legion held a dance in the Armouries on Saturday night which was fairly well attended. Arthur’s Orchestra furninshed the music and all present had a most enjoyable evening. Choir Concert In the United Church, Friday even­ ing, March 5th. Seventy-five children and adult voices, piano and organ ac­ companiment. Choruses, duets, solos, instrumentals. A. real treat.. Admis­ sion 25c and 15c. Aberhart’s Resignation Left to People Men and women dotting the wide expanse of Alberta will decide whe­ ther William Aberhart, the Calgary school teacher who became leader of the first Social Credit government in the world in 1935, will continue in power or resign. The premier frank­ ly told his supporters Sunday from the pulpit of the Calgary Prophetic Bible Institute he had been unable to redeem his election promise to estab­ lish Social Credit in Alberta in 18 months. He asked them to pass res­ olutions at constituency association meetings, advising whether they Swish him to resign or continue his efforts toward a new economic order for Al­ berta. CELEBRATE THEIR GOLDENWEDDING The Globe and Mail on Monday, March 1st, carries an item which will be of interest to our subscribers. To-day Mr. and Mrs. George Lott, of Wingham, arc keeping their gold­ en wedding' day with their children. Mr. and Mrs. Lott were married at Whitby, March 1st, 1887, by Rev. Mr. Barker, Baptis.t pastor. Two years later they moved to Brussels, and six­ teen years ago to Wingham. Three of the seven members of the family live in Toronto, and in honor to their parents all met last evening, a happy family party, at the Diet Kitchen. Mr, and Mrs. Lott gave one son to the Empire during the World War, Flight-Lieut. Charles W. Lott, of the Royal Air Forte, who lost his life at Malta, July, 1918. Mrs. Lott is a member of the Wingham Uhited Church and the Women’s Institute, We wish to join the family and their friends in wishing Mr, and Mrs. Lott many years of continued good health and happiness. BOWLED WELL IN FLORIDA Alex. Crawford Made Wonderful Showing, On Wednesday of last week Alex. Crawford skipped his rink to win the Chamber of Commerce Tournament at St, Petersburg, Florida. The week before Dr, Krupp, of Woodstock and Alex, won t.he doubles event. On Thursday last Alex, played in the fin­ als of the singles. The St, Petersburg Bowling Club, 'of which Alex, is President, is one of the largest in the world and each year this big International Tourna­ ment is held, Injured Deer Despatched J. C. Higgins discovered a wound­ ed deer on his farm Thursday morn­ ing. The animal had evidently been chased by dogs and was suffering from a broken leg. Mr. Higgins shot it and notified the authorities. Deer are becoming quite plentiful in this part of the country. Hospital Donation Tea A miscellaneous shower is being held by the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the General Hospital at the home of Mrs. W. W. Armstrong, Shuter St., Friday March 5th. Anything you care to donate will be appreciated. A few of the articles needed: towels (any kind) serviettes, wash cloths, etc. Tea serv­ ed from 3 to 5. Everyone welcome. Rev. E .M. Loney Will Preach Next Sunday Rev. F. Merryweather had charge of the services in John Street Bap­ tist Church last Sunday. In the morning, he spoke on the subject “Victory” and in the evening "The Signs of the Times.” Next Sunday, March 7th, Rev. E. M. Loney will take up his duties as pastor of the church. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Miss Vesta Fox was a Toronto vis­ itor over the week-end. Mrs. John Lockridge was a week­ end visitor at Niagara Falls. Mrs. Percy Harris was a week-end visitor with friends in Toronto. Mrs. Thus. Kew visited with her son, William, in Toronto, over the week-end. Miss Edith Finlay visited over the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Todd, Lucknow. Mrs. D. H. Finlay and little daugh­ ter, May, visited a few days with friends in Lakelet. Mrs. A. H. Simpson, Diagonal Rd., spent the week-end visiting with friends in Toronto. 1c Sale Skating at the Arena Wed­ nesday night (To-Night). Adults 2 for 21c; Children 2 for 11c. Mr. John Bennett, of Seaforth, is now residing with his daughter, Mrs. J. O. Habkirk and Mr. Habkirk. Mrs. Lome Baskerville and Mrs, John Campbell visited for a couple of days with Mr. C. R. Wilkinson. Mrs. Leigh Johnston, of Orange­ ville, is visiting at- the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Lepard. Miss K. Wilson who has been vis­ iting friends in and around town, is returning tc her home in London this week. We are pleased to hear Mrs. Frank Seli’s arm and hand are getting bet­ ter from severe scalds she received about a month ago. Reeve F. L. Davidson left Monday morning for Reading, Penn., on a business trip. He was accompanied by Mr. Fred Sturdy. Mrs. W. Clare Adams it attending the Flairdressers’ Convention which is being held in the Royal York Hotel in Toronto this week. Hanna’s made-to-measure Suits are always excellently tailored and are perfect fitting. Choose your suit now while the range of samples is largest. Mrs. H. Campbell, of Belfast, Ire­ land, arrived home on Tuesday to be with het mother, Mrs. Beckwith, who has been ill for the past three weeks. Mr. R. J. Deachman, M.P., and Mrs. Deachman, were visitors In town Over the week-end and attended the funeral of the late Mrs. D. Geddes oh Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Burke and three children, accompanied by Mr. James Bafdjey, of Listowel, were visitors over the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Saint. Mr. end Mrs. Chris. Hetherington, Btuevale Road, spent a few days in Toronto with Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Hetherington, and also visited t>r. Bert and Mrs. Hetherington at Brampton, WINGHAM IS PHONE MINDED "Telephone News” Makes. Its Ap­ pearance. A paper, the ’’Telephone News" has made its bow to Bell Telephone sub­ scribers in this district. This district is composed of the exchanges at Dur­ ham, Hanover, Lucknow, Mount For­ est, Walkerton, Harriston, Cargill, Holstein, Southampton and Wingham. The Manager of these exchanges is Mr, C. F. Holland of town, with of­ fices located here. A picture of Mr. Holland appears in this first issue of the News. That Wingham is telephone-minded is shown by the number of telephones in use as compared with other ex­ changes in the district. Wingham. i comes second in business phones with 154. Walkerton has first place with 178. Wingham leads in home phones however, with 489. Walkerton is se­ cond with 356. There were 4.1 per cent, more business phones here in 1936 than in 1935 and the increase of 1936 oyer 1935 for home phones was 6.5 per cent. OBITUARY Mrs. Dan Geddes Following a stroke which she suf­ fered in King Bros, store about 5.30 o’clock on Wednesday of last week, Mrs. Dan Geddes passed away in Wingham General Hospital at 10.40 p.m. the following day. Her sudden death was a great shock to her many friends and relatives as she had been actively engaged for several days ar­ ranging for a social evening of the Liberal Women’s Association. Mrs. Geddes, who was in her 64th year, was born in the Township of Flullett. Thirty-six years ago she was married to her now bereft hus­ band, Dan Geddes. Following their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Geddes lived at Belgrave for 10 years. They then operated a general store at Londes- boro for eight years, returning to Belgrave where they conducted a gen­ eral store and post office until they retired to Wingham eight years ago. Mrs. Geddes always took a very great interest in church work at Bel­ grave and Londesboro, she played the organ, in the church and since com­ ing to Wingham continued her church activities. For six years she was Pres­ ident of the Woman’s Association of the United Church. She was also a life member of the Women’s Mis­ sionary Society. Since the organiza­ tion of the Wingham Liberal Assoc­ iation here two years ago, she has been president of this organization. She leaves to mourn her passing besides her husband, one brother and sister, F. Dixon Stalker of Blyth and Mrs. Robert McGee of Auburn. The funeral which was very large­ ly attended was held ffom Wingham United Church on Sunday afternoon. The service was conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. F. Anderson, assisted by Rev. Kenneth MacLean of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. The choir were present and led in the singing and Cameron Geddes sang, “Softly, tenderly Jesus is calling.” The flower-bearers were members of the Triple V Bible Class and the pallbearers were: Ernest Geddes, Har­ vey McGee, Mate Allen, Frank Stur­ dy, Win. Craig and Dr, G. H. Ross. Interment took place in Wingham Cemetery. Mrs. Henry Kerr The burial of Catherine Cluff, wid­ ow of the late Henry Kerr, a former resident of town, took place here on. Thursday afternoon last week. Mrs.. Kerr, who was in her 87th year, pass­ ed away Feb. 23rd at her home, 15 Dorval Rd., Toronto. She was born at Seaforth and was married' in 1864, coming to Wingham at that time. Her husband, who was a contract builder, passed away 28 years ago, and three years later she went to Toronto to reside. Mr. and Mrs. Kerr lived in the house now occupied by Dr. W. A. McKibbon. Surviving are three daughters, An* nie and Leona at home and Mrs. A. J. Alderson, of Hamilton. She is al­ so survived by a brother, David S. Cluff, of Toronto. One son, Welling­ ton, predeceased her font* years ago. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Sextus Styles and Rev. Frank Powell at Turner and Porter’s Fun- oral Home, Toronto, on Wednesday ■evening. Rev. E. L. Roberts, Rectoi1 of St. Paul’s Anglican Church hete» conducted the service at the grave­ side.